In his maiden World Cup game, Pakistan’s opener Abdullah Shafique came through and demonstrated his talent by scoring a century against Sri Lanka.
In their second match of the 2023 World Cup on Tuesday, the Men in Green successfully chased highest ever 345-run total at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
The young opener assumed command of the pursuit and delivered one of the best innings by a Pakistani hitter in a match.
First @cricketworldcup match, maiden ODI century ✅🤩
It's been a treat to watch @imabd28 🌟#PAKvSL | #DattKePakistani | #WeHaveWeWill pic.twitter.com/hN5RD6JWSj
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) October 10, 2023
He has already broken the record for the most runs scored by a Pakistani hitter in a maiden innings with this century.
Using ten fours and three sixes, Abdullah scored 113 runs in 103 balls before returning to the pavilion.
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